1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Belmont | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |